Top Bari Cooking Classes

Bari Cooking Class : Traditional Focaccia & Orecchiette

Take a break from sightseeing and hone your kitchen skills with this hands-on cooking class held in a family-owned restaurant in the heart of Bari. Pick up tips and tricks for preparing perfectly turned-out pasta and authentic tiramisù from scratch with plenty of personal guidance from your professional instructor. Afterwards, gather around the table to sample the fruits of your labors, paired with plenty of local wine.

Bari: Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine

Apulian Cooking Class with Aperitif and Wine in Polignano a Mare

4.8

(311)

from $81

Special Offer

Discover the art of authentic Apulian cooking in a hands-on experience at a locally loved restaurant in the heart of Bari. Set in a beautiful and welcoming space, you'll learn how to prepare handmade fettuccine, ravioli, and an iconic Italian dessert alongside one of the region’s top chefs, using traditional techniques. Throughout the experience, you’ll also discover how to recognize authentic gelato and understand the differences from mass-produced versions. Enjoy a fun and engaging atmosphere with 2 glasses of wine plus 1 Prosecco or soft drinks included. After the class, sit down to enjoy the dishes you’ve created, then end on a sweet note with a visit to a local gelateria to taste authentic Italian gelato. Take home all the recipes and relive this authentic culinary experience in Bari.

Bari Award-Winning Chef Pasta, Tiramisu and Gelato Class

Pair a walking tour of Bari with a cooking class on this two-in-one, small-group tour. With a guide, you’ll make your way around the enticing Old Town lanes, discovering landmarks such as the Basilica of St. Nicholas and hearing the city’s history. After a visit to the city’s waterfront, you’ll visit the home of a Bari resident to make fresh pasta and enjoy it alongside local wine.

(95)

from $88

Bari Walking Tour with Pasta Experience

Apulian cooking class fresh pasta and focaccia

4.8

(288)

from $51

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Cooking class focaccia barese & Tiramisù in Bari

(84)

from $123

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The sea caves around Polignano a Mare have extraordinary history, from a secret cinema to a sea bathing establishment. Discover them in comfort when you book this stylish cruise, which includes a swim stop and a simple Italian “aperitivo”: a glass of prosecco and some crackers. Capture magical photos of cliffs, islets, and more as you sail. Upgrade to include round-trip transfers from your Polignano a Mare address.

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from $100

Boat tour of the Polignano a Mare caves with aperitif

Boat tour of the Polignano a Mare caves with aperitif

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(626)

from $41

Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Bari by Cesarine

The Original Street Food Walking Tour in Bari

(61)

from $116

Bari Authentic Home Cooking Class with Wine & Local Recipes

4.6

(238)

from $69

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(37)

from $116

Polignano : Typical Cooking Class with Aperitif and wine included

In addition to sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, art cities, historic villages, vineyards and olive trees, Puglia is a land rich in authentic flavors and typical products with an intense and genuine taste. During the experience we will make together the famous orecchiette from Puglia, a complete first course, accompanied by an aperitif with taralli, focaccia, wine and seasonal vegetables. In conclusion, we will all sit at the table, as tradition dictates, to enjoy the delicious creations prepared.

Polignano : Typical Cooking Class with Aperitif and wine included

Learn to shop and cook like the Baresi have for generations with a passional home cook in Bari. Join your host for a stroll through the local market to learn how to choose the best fresh fish and other seasonal ingredients. Then head to their kitchen for a hands-on lesson to make pasta and tiramisù from scratch. Cap off your time together by sampling the dishes you’ve prepared, paired with local wines.

4.6

(33)

from $76

Cesarine: Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Bari

Cesarine: Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Bari

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Puglia’s traditional cuisine is kept alive in rural family estates, known as “masserie”, across the region. With this private cooking class, visit an authentic masseria to prepare recipes passed down through generations. Make classic orecchiette pasta, focaccia, and seasonal vegetables and legumes with a local chef, and learn about the history and origins of each dish. Finish by dining on the Puglian delicacies you’ve prepared together.

from $175

Private Cooking class in a Local Apulian Masseria

Private Cooking class in a Local Apulian Masseria

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Mozzarella Making Show with Tasting in Bari

from $127

30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $29

Polignano Cooking Class in a Traditional Trullo

Discover the authentic flavors of Puglia during a unique home cooking experience inside a traditional trullo house in Mola di Bari, just a short distance from Polignano a Mare. Far from tourist restaurants, this immersive culinary experience invites you into a real local home where family recipes, warm hospitality, and Southern Italian traditions come to life. Throughout the experience, discover the secrets of authentic regional cuisine while sharing stories, food, and culture in a relaxed family atmosphere. After cooking, sit around the table and enjoy the delicious lunch or dinner you helped prepare together. This is more than a cooking class — it is a genuine taste of Apulian life, perfect for travelers looking for authentic local experiences, homemade food, and meaningful cultural connections in Southern Italy.

Polignano Cooking Class in a Traditional Trullo

Authentic Farmhouse Cooking Class in Cisternino

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from $115

Discover authentic Italian cooking in a hands-on class led by a local chef in Bari’s historic center. Learn to make traditional pizza and tiramisu from scratch using fresh, high-quality ingredients. Enjoy expert guidance, 2 glasses of wine plus 1 Prosecco or soft drinks throughout the experience. Small group sizes ensure a more personal and memorable atmosphere. As you cook, uncover the stories, traditions, and culinary secrets behind these iconic dishes, gaining a deeper connection to Italian culture. After the class, savor the pizza and tiramisu you’ve prepared, then visit a local artisanal gelateria to learn how to recognize authentic gelato and enjoy a tasting. You'll also receive the recipes to recreate everything at home and relive the flavors of Bari long after your trip. .

3.0

from $222

Bari Pizza and Tiramisu Class with Wine and Gelato

Bari Pizza and Tiramisu Class with Wine and Gelato

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The experience is a practical cooking course in which a complete menu will be made using only seasonal ingredients. Each dish will be introduced by a local history or tradition and you will learn to cook just like the Apulian grandmothers and mothers do in their kitchens every day. At the end we will have lunch together around the friendship table. * On request it is possible to make menus for vegetarians, vegans and gluten-free.

from $88

Cooking class - Hands in dough

Join a hands-on cooking experience in Polignano a Mare that goes beyond a classic fresh pasta class. Set in the garden of a private villa near the seafront, this workshop invites you to slow down, cook with your hands and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a local home-style setting. Your local host will guide you through the making of orecchiette and cavatelli, two iconic shapes of Apulian pasta, while sharing stories, gestures and traditions from the region’s kitchen. Alongside the pasta, you’ll also discover Apulian focaccia, one of the most loved flavours of Puglia’s everyday food culture. Watch how it is prepared, from the dough and tray stretching to the toppings and baking, and see why this simple, fragrant recipe is so deeply rooted in local life. After the workshop, sit down in a convivial setting to enjoy pasta with fresh tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese, warm focaccia and local wine served throughout the experience.

3.5

from $127

Polignano a Mare Pasta & Focaccia Class with Wine

Polignano a Mare Pasta & Focaccia Class with Wine

Pasta Masterclass & Focaccia with Wine

from $106

1 hour 30 minutes

Discover the secrets to preparing authentic Puglian cuisine during a private full-day cooking class in Bari. Set in a local home, you receive the undivided attention of your host who provides step-by-step instructions and insider tips. Once everything is prepared, enjoy wine pairings with your handcrafted Italian feast. Afterwards, take home free gifts and the confidence to wow your friends back home with your new culinary skills.

from $76

Cesarine: Market Tour & Home Cooking Class in Bari

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The historic town of Trani and UNESCO-listed Castel del Monte are two of the most alluring sights in Puglia, but visiting them both in one day by train or bus can be frustrating. With this driving tour, enjoy convenient pickup at the location of your choice and hassle-free transportation via air-conditioned private minivan. Explore the seaside town and castle at your own pace, with time to shop, dine, and take photos.

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from $222

Likely to Sell Out

TRANI and Castel Del Monte UNESCO from your accomodation

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(23)

from $175

Bari: The Original Street Food Tour by Bike

Optimize your time in Bari and explore the city's culture and cuisine in a single tour on this biking excursion through the old town. Meet your guide and small group to explore the city's highlights on bike without getting footsore, plus stop to sample gourmet delicacies at a local bakery, brewery, deli, and more. Try specialties from ‘focaccia barese' to 'panzerotti' while learning about the culinary history and traditions of this coastal city.

Bari: The Original Street Food Tour by Bike

Bari Walking Tour with Pasta Experience

4.8

(192)

from $102

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Emmaleigh_S, Jul 2026

Fun time in Old Bari!

This tour is very fun! Not as much walking as I thought. You see the important parts of old Bari and get some history behind it as well. This tour did not have any ear piece to “hear” the guide better……. Which I LOVED. The guide Chaira (hopefully spelled correctly) told us to get close and we could hear her just fine! We added the pasta experience and it was a blast!!! Got to try the authentic Bari pasta from a resident of Bari. And she was super kind and welcoming!! Highly recommend to add that experience !

Bari: Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine

Tania_S, Jul 2026

fun fun fun!

Really fun cooking experience, we were a family of 4 with twin 16 year olds. totally recommend came away feeling confident to make pasta. The tiramisu was out of this world! i’m now addicted the kids had so much fun. It was a great family activity. totally recommend 5 star !!!

Apulian Cooking Class with Aperitif and Wine in Polignano a Mare

Kelley_V, Jun 2026

Cooking Fun!

This was an unbelievably FUN experience! It was exciting to learn the proper technique for making the famous orecchiette found all over Puglia. The instructions were clear and the atmosphere was inviting. Then we got to enjoy it afterwards, which was a treat. I highly recommend it! There are so many cooking classes to choose from around the area, and I would book this one without hesitation! :)

Bari: The Original Street Food Tour by Bike

George_S, May 2026

Modified your was still great.

We booked the bike tour, but were asked to move to time that didn't work. We did the identical walking food tour (with Anna) and took a bike out later for a self ride. That worked out well. The food was characteristic of Bari and delicious. 2 glasses of wine too. And our bike riding was at our quicker pace! Velo tours is a great outfit. Everyone was friendly and helpful. 5 stars.

Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Bari by Cesarine

Michael_T, May 2026

The perfect authentic cooking experience

This was the best way to get to know genuine local cuisine in Bari. We were graciously invited into Annarita’s home, joined by her daughter and mother, and cooked a delicious asparagus pasta (with orecchiette) and tomato sauce. Homemade focaccia, bruschetta, potatoes, wine, limoncello, and more were provided. It was clear so much care and attention were put into preparing for this meal. The family were so kind and made us feel so welcome into their home, taught us some new dishes, and made this such a special part of our trip.

Apulian cooking class fresh pasta and focaccia

Cheryl_B, May 2026

A must-do experience! Absolutely wonderful!

This was the highlight of our trip so far! Anita’s hospitality was top-notch and the food was out of this world. The directions to find the place were spot on and there is a parking garage right around the corner if you do end up driving like we did. Just check on Google Maps. My husband and I both thoroughly enjoyed this experience and it wasn’t until afterwards that my husband shared with me he had been leery when I first booked it but was very glad we did it. Anita made us feel right at home and she was extremely patient with us while we attempted to create the little pieces of pasta. The spread she put out for us to eat was extensive and way more than we could finish. The focaccia was so delicious and the best I have ever eaten. Anita kept up the conversation while we worked by telling us stories of the region and sharing her own experience and that of her grandmother from whom she learned how to make pasta from. If you are on the fence about whether to do this or not, then let this be the push that gets you to do it. You will not be disappointed!

Bari Cooking Class : Traditional Focaccia & Orecchiette

Mary_O, Dec 2025

Best excursion of our trip!

This was the highlight of our cruise trip around the Adriatic. Frederica was so lovely and helpful and Merica (sorry for spelling!) was so good at demonstrating to us. Because we were off-season, we ended up just being the two of us in the kitchen and after a few minutes it felt like being home around the kitchen table, swapping stories and learning about Bari and traditions of the area while making orecchetti and eating the focaccia straight from the oven. The little kitchen is intimate, and we handled all the ingredients, had all our questions answered, and learned so much about the food of this region. The food and wine we ate and drank was incredible and we left so full and happy. I am so glad we booked it.

Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Bari

Grant_S, Oct 2025

Fun, relaxed trip highlight!

We had a great night! The cooking was fun, the food simple and delicious! We felt very comfortable and welcome in a beautifully renovated home in Bari old town. The evening was very relaxed and informative with conversation about the local area, local food and places to visit. A trip highlight, Highly recommend! Grant and Leisha - NZ

Bari Authentic Home Cooking Class with Wine & Local Recipes

Robert_B, Oct 2025

Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to meet local folks in Bari, this class is wonderful.

Do not miss this experience. This was the highlight of our three week trip to southern Italy. Christiana takes you in to her home as a guest. She and her 88 year old mother taught us how to make two kinds of pastas, two sauces for the pastas, and home made cream sauce for the cream puffs we made for dessert. All the while the elder woman was telling us about her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. This was like visiting the Italian relatives you didn’t know you had. After dessert we enjoyed three potent digestives that the elder woman had made from fennel, lemon, and tangerine. When we left Christiana called a taxi for us and escorted us out to the taxi to make sure the driver had the proper address for our destination. If you want to feel like you have experienced the real Bari, this is the thing you should do.